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Who is Dr. Aryal, Pulmonologist in Falls Church, VA?
Dr. Shambhu Aryal, MD is a Pulmonologist, who primarily practices in Falls Church, VA with 2 additional practice locations. Dr. Aryal is fluent in English and Urdu, and is currently seeing new patients. Dr. Aryal’s practice accepts Kaiser Permanente, Medicare and other major insurance plans. To book an appointment or to confirm insurance options, please call Dr. Aryal’s office at (703) 776-4001.
What languages does Dr. Aryal speak?
Dr. Aryal and their clinical team can communicate with patients in the following languages:
English
Urdu
What conditions does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Aryal typically treat?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Aryal diagnoses, treats, and manages a wide range of conditions. This condition information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical conditions most commonly treated by Dr. Aryal. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Interstitial Lung Disease
- ILD
- Diffuse Parenchymal Lung Disease
- Chronic Lung Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- J849: Interstitial pulmonary disease, unspecified
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant
- Lung Transplantation
- Pulmonary Transplant
- Lung Graft
- New Lung
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z942: Lung transplant status
Also known as:
- Shortness of Breath
- Breathing Problems
- Difficulty breathing
- Breathlessness
- Dyspnea
ICD-10 Codes:
- R0602: Shortness of breath
Also known as:
- Lung Transplant Aftercare
- Lung Transplantation
- Post-lung transplant care
- Lung recipient follow-up
- Lung transplant recovery
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z4824: Encounter for aftercare following lung transplant
Also known as:
- Sarcoidosis
- Sarcoid
- Besnier-Boeck-Schaumann Disease
ICD-10 Codes:
- D869: Sarcoidosis, unspecified
Also known as:
- Other Pre-Procedure Examination
- Various pre-op checks
- Miscellaneous pre-surgery exams
- Other pre-treatment assessments
ICD-10 Codes:
- Z01818: Encounter for other preprocedural examination
Also known as:
- Idiopathic Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Pulmonary Fibrosis
- Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
- IPF
- Lung Scarring of Unknown Cause
- Chronic Idiopathic Fibrosis
ICD-10 Codes:
- J84112: Idiopathic pulmonary fibrosis
What procedures does a Pulmonologist like Dr. Aryal typically perform?
As a Pulmonologist, Dr. Aryal performs a variety of medical procedures. This procedure information is derived from anonymized insurance claims and highlights the medical procedures most commonly performed by Dr. Aryal. It provides insight into the doctor’s areas of experience and expertise based on real-world patient encounters from the past two years, updated quarterly. Learn more about our claims-based healthcare methodology.
Also known as:
- Bronchoscopy with Lung Wash (BAL)
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Bronchial lavage
- BAL procedure
- Lung washing
- Flexible bronchoscopy
CPT Codes:
- 31624: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with bronchial alveolar lavage
Also known as:
- Lung Biopsy with Bronchoscopy
- Biopsy
- Bronchoscopy and Bronchoalveolar Lavage (BAL)
- Fluoroscopy
- Transbronchial Biopsy
- Bronchoscopic Lung Biopsy
- Lung Tissue Sample via Scope
CPT Codes:
- 31628: Bronchoscopy, rigid or flexible, including fluoroscopic guidance, when performed; with transbronchial lung biopsy(s), single lobe
Does Dr. Aryal accept my insurance?
Dr. Aryal accepts most major insurance plans. Important: Please call our office at (703) 776-4001 before your appointment to verify that your specific plan and network are accepted.
What insurance plans does Dr. Aryal accept in Falls Church, VA?
Dr. Aryal in Falls Church, VA accepts plans from many carriers. While this list is updated regularly, it is not a guarantee of coverage.
Top Insurances
All Other Third Party
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield
Cigna Group
CVS Health (formerly Aetna)
Elevance Health Inc. (formerly Anthem)
Federal government of the United States
Humana
Kaiser Permanente
Medicare
Unknown
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Where is Dr. Aryal's office located?
Dr. Shambhu Aryal's Primary Practice
3300 Gallows Rd
Falls Church, VA 22042
(703) 776-4001
What is Dr. Aryal's NPI number?An National Provider Identifier (NPI) is a unique ID number that identifies doctors and healthcare providers nationwide.
Dr. Aryal's National Provider Identifier (NPI) number is 1689841033.
What common questions do patients ask about Dr. Aryal?
Here are answers to patients Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s) about Dr. Aryal
What is Dr. Shambhu Aryal's specialty?
Dr. Aryal is a Pulmonologist near Falls Church, VA.
What does a Pulmonologist do?
An internist specializing in the treatment of lung and airway diseases. The pulmonologist diagnoses and manages conditions such as cancer, pneumonia, pleurisy, asthma, occupational and environmental illnesses, bronchitis, sleep disorders, emphysema, and other complex lung disorders.
Is this Dr. Shambhu Aryal affiliated with a ranked Castle Connolly Top Hospital?
Yes, Dr. Aryal is affiliated with Inova Fairfax Hospital, Sentara Princess Anne Hospital, Sentara Norfolk General Hospital, Inova Mount Vernon Hospital, Sentara Obici Hospital, Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center which are a Castle Connolly Top Hospitals. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals are healthcare institutions recognized for their excellence in specific medical procedures and overall patient care. They are identified through a rigorous peer nomination process, evaluating factors like patient outcomes, quality of care, and expertise. The list recognizes hospitals that excel in 20 or more specific medical procedures, representing the top 25% nationwide. Castle Connolly Top Hospitals
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Is Shambhu Aryal accepting new patients in Falls Church, VA?
Yes, Dr. Shambhu Aryal is accepting new patients at this time.
Does Dr. Shambhu Aryal offer online booking?
Please contact Dr. Aryal's office at (703) 776-4001 for information about online booking, telehealth, or to schedule an appointment.
How can I make an appointment with Shambhu Aryal?
Please contact Dr. Aryal's office at (703) 776-4001 for information regarding telehealth appointment availability or for scheduling assistance.
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